Even as
conjunction
At the same time that something else is happening.
She was reading a book even as the room was getting dark.
Often appears as...
- even as i speak
- even as we talk
conjunction
Despite the fact that, or showing a contrast.
He kept the truth from her, even as he professed his love.
Often appears as...
- even as he said it
- even as he did it
conjunction
At the same time that something else is happening.
She was reading a book even as the room was getting dark.
Often appears as...
- even as i speak
- even as we talk
conjunction
Despite the fact that, or showing a contrast.
He kept the truth from her, even as he professed his love.
Often appears as...
- even as he said it
- even as he did it
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Simultaneous Actions
Use 'even as' to emphasize actions happening at the same moment, adding surprise or contrast.
He apologized even as he continued the behavior.
Pro Tip 2/3Dramatic Effect
'Even as' adds drama, making an event seem more vivid or urgent in storytelling.
Even as the storm approached, the festival went on.
Pro Tip 3/3Highlighting Contrast
It can highlight a stark difference between two simultaneous incidents or feelings.
She smiled even as tears filled her eyes.
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